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Mary L. Hays passed away Thursday, February 15, 2018. The family will be receiving friends from 6-8:00 p.m. Monday, February 19th at the funeral Home. Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 20, 2018 in the Walker-Brown Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor James Biesiadecki officiating. Services are under the direction of Walker-Brown Funeral Home.Mary Lee Hays was born May 4, 1947 in Canon City, CO to Richard and Mabel (Weaver) Curnutte. She married Garner Gene Hays on March 15, 1985 in Bartlesville. Mary worked for many years as a paralegal at Phillips Petroleum Co. Mary was a member of Bartlesville First Baptist Church and loved the Lord. She enjoyed playing the piano and singing old fashioned gospel hymns. For fitness, she liked doing water aerobics.Mary is survived by her husband Gene of the family home. Four sons: John Wayne Mericle and wife Debbie of Sachse, TX, Derrick Hays, Robert Mericle and wife Yin of Brentwood, TN, Sean Hays and wife Stacey of Dallas, TX. Two daughters; Gina and husband Carter Hall of Georgia, Judy and husband Allen Hill of Oklahoma City. She was blessed with 16 grandchildren. Mary is also survived by her mother, Mabel Hook, two brothers; Thomas Curnutte and Larry Curnutte, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.Mary was preceded in death by her father Richard Curnutte, brother Rodney Curnutte and sister Barbara Mishler.

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Douglas Joe Wilson of Miami, OK passed from this life Monday, January 22, 2018 at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, MO. He was 71.

Douglas was born May 25, 1946 in Joplin, MO to Joe and Ruby (Sanders) Wilson. He had lived in Miami most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Vietnam Era. Douglas was a chef at area restaurants including the Thunderbird Restaurant and Midway Restaurant for many years.

Douglas was preceded in death by his wife Wilma Wilson, September 9, 2009, a daughter, Lynda Wilson, November 8, 2013 and his parents.

Funeral services will be Friday, January 26, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Assembly of God Church in Miami, OK. Rev. Raymond Frizzelle will officiate. Interment will be in G.A.R. Cemetery in Miami, OK. The family will receive friend from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the Paul Thomas Funeral Home Chapel in Miami. Military Rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post #147 Funeral Detail.

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William "Bill" Lee Smith III., surrounded by close friends and family at his home in Pasadena, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning, April 20, 2016.
Born on November 15, 1947, in Miami, Okla., to Marjorie Womack Smith and William Lee Smith Jr., Mr. Smith served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and as Chief Warrant Officer in Hong Kong and Central America before retiring in 1994 at Fort Clayton in the Panama Canal Zone. After attaining a Masters of Human Relations from University of Oklahoma in 1996, Mr. Smith, "Señor Smith", was a beloved teacher of Spanish until retiring in May 2011 from Andrew Carnegie Vanguard High School in Pasadena, Texas.
Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Womack Smith, his father William Lee Smith Jr. and cousins Barbara Olmstead and Jim Farley.
He is survived by: his wife Nora Mendoza Smith; his children, Mike Smith, Dawn Smith, Maika Smith Melton and Joy Smith Poksteiner; his sisters, Nanci Smith Weatherman Hey and Madeline Smith Harmon; his grandchildren, Brandy Childers, Vanessa Meier, Tyler "TJ" Smith, Brianne Smith, Isabella Poksteiner, Nadia Melton, Gareth Melton, Charolette Vanecek-Waits and Christian Ross Reyes; great-grandchildren, Katelyn Meier, Brenna Meier, Jordy Wilkie, Gabriellah Smith, Maddox Meier, Damian Smith, Jeremiah Vanecek and Ciara Waits; cousin "brother" John Farley and cousin Susan Hamm Hardesty.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m., at Burckhalter Funeral Home in Vinita, Okla., on Friday, April 22.
Graveside service at Williams Timberhill Cemetery in Welch, Okla., at 2 p.m., on Saturday, April 23.

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Gayle Elizabeth Popejoy Farley left this world, August 5, 2015 to be with her parents, Glynn Popejoy and Rubye Belle Ingram. She began her life in Mexia, Texas, born on February 22, 1947. She resided in Mexia, TX: Puerto Rico; Clinton, OK; Claremore, OK; Miami, OK; Tulsa, OK; and Sugar Land, TX. In 1966, she married Robert L. Baird in Miami, OK. They had two daughters, Tanya Michelle Baird and Tamara Lea Baird-Farley.

On July 7, 1978, she married John W Farley. Gayle was a school teacher for 30 years and loved her students. She retired from teaching in 2006.

Gayle was proceded in death by her parents and grandson, Christoper Barree.

She is survived by her husband, John W Farley, daughters, Tanya and her husband, Steven Jackson and Tamara and her husband Johnny Corey, brother Michael and his wife, Debbie Granger Popejoy; step-children, John Farley, Rebecca Farley and her husband, Jeff Cole, Gregory Farley.�

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Native Miamian Scott Haralson, born July 10, 1948, left his aircraft behind and stepped out into the stars at 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 14, in Grove, Okla., with family near. He had suffered a long and challenging illness.

While at Miami High School, Scott was a great friend to many, an athlete, an Eagle Scout, and an acolyte at All Saints' Episcopal Church. At Oklahoma State University he studied liberal arts and perfected his skills as a pilot (he was taught to fly by his father), flying back and forth to Miami on weekends with his sister Carol. After college he was a teacher and counselor. Throughout his life he was an avid student of philosophy and all world religions.

Scotty was the dear son of John and Mary Haralson, now also gone from our sight; beloved brother to Gayle Reidy of Cerritos, Calif., Carol Haralson of Sedona, Ariz., and George Haralson of Tulsa; treasured husband to Barbara Friend Haralson, stepfather to Amber Chandler and Misty Bench; grandfather to Steven, Clayton, Tyler, and Gaven Bench; brother-in-law to Jack Reidy, Ed Wade, and Ann Domin; cousin to Doc and Bill Reppert of Illinois and Nebraska and to Kit Reppert Mowdy of Coalgate; and uncle to John Reidy of Cerritos and Todd Reidy of Seattle.

John Reidy's last message to Scott spoke of his big heart and humility. Todd's last message said, “My uncle Scott who taught me how to light bottle rockets one hot 4th of July weekend. My idealist uncle. Aviator sunglass wearing, motorcycle racing, Cessna flying, freebird uncle. Thank you for being that for me.” All who loved our “Scout” thank him for being the beautiful person he was in our lives.“Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, / And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings; / Sunward I've climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth / Of sun-split clouds, /. . . And, while with silent lifting mind I've trod / The high untrespassed sanctity of space, / Put out my hand, and touched the face of God.” (From “High Flight” by John Gillespie Magee, Jr.)

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From doug gosney on September 13th, 2015

Scotty and I were close friends starting with playing the flute together in 7th grade at Will Rogers Jr. High. Next it was football where he played right end and I played Left end. We went to Boys
State together with Richard Wood. we went to Philmont Scout
Ranch together. He went to stayed in MiamiOSU me TU. Next we both ended up in Phoenix together where he tricked me into grabing the stick and taking off from Sky Harbor Airport, tubing on the Salt river. Next we were both back in Miami. Scotty stayedthere except a short stint in Tulsa and I was living in rural Skiatook after 15 years in OKC. WE enjoyed spending the weekends together playing horseshoes and darts. We wore out a few boards plus we had several beers. We both enjoyed talking about philosophy, science, space, ancient civilations and pollatics, which included many heated discussions. During football season we'd talk 5=6 times a day. He was a special friend and I miss him very much.

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MUSKOGEE – Jackie “Jack” Quinton Smith, a longtime resident of Tahlequah, passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, May 7, 2015, in Tahlequah, at the age of 68. Jack was born on Nov. 30, 1946, in Miami, Okla., to Doran Smith and Cecelia Harrison Smith.
A proud Native American, Jack was a member of the Cherokee/Shawnee tribe. Jack grew up in Miami and attended Miami Public Schools. Jack joined the U.S. Army and served for several years. After his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army, Jack rejoined the military with the U.S. Navy and proudly served once again, including a tour of duty in Viet Nam. Jack was injured while serving with the Navy and was discharged after several years of service. Utilizing skills he had learned in the Navy, Jack worked in several positions in the Tulsa area as a welder and sandblaster, including time employed by Pro Quip of Tulsa.
Jack was a member of the Carter Mountain Church where he was baptized and became a Christian. Jack was an avid outdoorsman and loved to hunt and fish. He was also well known as a golden gloves boxer as a young man.
Jack was preceded in death by his mother and father; a half-sister, Carolyn Sue Melton; and a half-brother, Bill Carpenter.
He is survived by his daughter, Julia Dawn Jordan and husband Jody of Nowata; a brother, Preston D. Smith and wife Mary of Wainwright; two nieces, Heather Carter and husband Lacy of Keys, and Shawna Smith of Morrison; three nephews, Keith Carpenter and wife Karie of Sand Springs, Darin Smith of Glenpool, and Larry Smith of Dewar; seven great nieces, Alie, Bree, Kayson, Elle, Hanah, Emma, and Lacey, all which lovingly call him “Uncle Jack”; two grandchildren; other extended family, and many good friends.

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Nancy Anne Prichard, 67, passed away on April 2, 2015.
Nancy was born in Miami, Oklahoma to Carl and Anna Dean Angel, on June 30, 1947. She graduated in 1965 from Miami High School. She was a member of her High School’s drill team, the Miamiettes. She started her first job in high school working at the local flower shop in Miami. After high school, Nancy attended North Eastern Oklahoma University for one year, working for ROTC as a secretary during that time. After college, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma and worked for Noble Drilling. She later moved to Ardmore, Oklahoma and worked for State Farm Insurance for many years. Later she moved to Sugar Land, Texas where she worked for Mazda until she retired. Nancy was a wonderful woman, and truly a lady. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, daughter, and grandmother. She grew up in a large family and was also very close to many of her cousins.

Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Anna Dean Angel, and her husband, Dwyane Prichard. Nancy is survived by her children Todd and (Amy) Tarochione, and Angela and (Dan) Nungaray; step- children Sherry and (Dean) Randolph, and David and (Christine) Prichard; grandchildren Alayna and Tyler Tarochione, Luke Prichard, Jett Randolph, and Brady and Bella Nungaray; brother Randy and (Jan) Angel; and sister Becky Allen.

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From Angela Nungaray on April 17th, 2015

Nancy can be described as many things. She was a caring, loving, selfless, hardworking woman who always tried to help others. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who always thought of her family before herself. Nancy was a very strong woman, battling renal failure for the last 12 years of her life. We are forever grateful and very appreciative for the care Nancy was under these past years. Words cannot express our gratitude to all of her doctors and nurses, you guys were like her second family. God has added another Angel in heaven when He took Nancy home.

Nancy enjoyed entertaining her family and cooking and baking for others. She enjoyed sewing and making baby blankets for her family and friends. Nancy played the piano in church when she was 10 years old and she played for many years during church services. She also loved to play the piano for her family, something she really enjoyed. She spent many years square dancing with her husband. She enjoyed playing games, cards, and playing the slot machines. She also loved being around her family and most of all her grandchildren.

You will live in our hearts forever mom, Nancy, and grandma. We will never forget what you taught us. Give Granny, Papa, and Dwyane a big hug for us. We love you!

From Becky Allen on April 13th, 2015

Nancy was 6 years older than me so we weren't real close. She loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart. I was the rebel and she was the perfect one. We lived in a two story house growing up and she tried to push me out the window several times. My older brother Randy (9 years older) and her would always tease me and their favorite thing was to tell me that mother cried when I was born because she wanted a boy. She had kidney failure and was on dialysis for 12 years. She just recently passed away from congestive heart failure. I will miss her tremendously but I have precious memories that no one can ever take away from me. She is free of pain and with all our relatives and friends that have passed. Rest in Peace Nancy. I love you.

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Dan Burkhart, 67, Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at his home. He was born on June 5, 1947 in Omaha, Neb., the son of Claude Burkhart and Lila (Smail) Burkhart. He faithfully served his Country in the United States Navy. He worked for the sheriff’s office as a deputy. He drove ambulance and was a graduate of the first class of EMT officially trained in Oklahoma. He also served as a volunteer firefighter for Pryor and volunteered for the Civil Defense for many years. Burkhart was a member of the Elks Lodge, the American Legion and the Fraternal Order of Police. He worked for over 20 years as Cemetery Sexton for City of Pryor. He enjoyed fishing and being outdoors. He dearly loved his family and the time spent with them. He will be so very missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his son, Scott Burkhart of Pryor; daughters, Lisa and Brian Ball of Pryor, and Mechelle Bancroft of Broken Arrow; sisters, Ladonne Sweeney and husband, Tim of Broken Arrow, and Cathy Umholtz and husband, Earl, of Paul River, Kan.; five grandchildren: Morgan Burkhart, Justin Bancroft, Braeden Burkhart, Sara Burkhart and Lily Hair; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by parents, Claude and Lila Burkhart.

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He was born May 6, 1947 in Turlock, Calif. the son of T. J. and Mamie Jo Burns Perry. He had lived in the Columbus area for several years, moving from Oklahoma. You need an online service to view this article in its entirety.

He served in the US Army from 1966 to 1968 at Fort Bliss, El Paso, Texas. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Basic Missile man Badge and Expert Rifleman.

He married Anita Wolf on July 17, 1972 at Mt. Vernon, Mo. She survives at the home at rural Columbus, Kan.

Mr. Perry was a clerk telegrapher for the NEO Railroad, Frisco Railroad, Frisco Burlington Northern Railroad, Burlington Northern Railroad and finally the Burlington Northern Santa Fee Railroad for a total of 34 ½ years, prior to his retirement.

He was of the Methodist Faith and was a member of the Cherokee American Legion, the Fraternal Order of Eagles in West Mineral, Cherokee County Sportsman Association, Prudence Masonic Lodge #100 of Columbus, the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in Ft. Scott and the Mirza Temple in Pittsburg, Kan.

Survivors in addition to his wife include three sons Danny Perry of Tahlequah, Okla., Chuck Perry of Fairland, Okla., and Tom Perry of Weir, Kan., two daughters Christi Mattix of Baxter Spring, Kan., and Barbara Barsch of Amazonia, Mo., one brother Joel Perry of Miami, Okla. and one sister Sue Hutchins of Havana, Kan., 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Graveside services will be 2:30 p.m., Thursday at the Star Cemetery in West Mineral, Kan. with the Rev. Aaron Williams, officiating. Burial will follow with military graveside rites by the Cherokee American Legion Post. The Fraternal Order of Eagles will conduct their burial rites at the graveside. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Weir, Kan. A memorial has been established to the Fraternal Order of Eagles in West Mineral, Kan. in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left at our web site www.bathnaylor.com.

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RIP Jan Crockett Smith. You always had the most beautiful smile and looked 20 years younger than your actual age. It seems like yesterday we were "Goddesses" in Oklahoma City in Tech Training! Remembering the good times we had throughout the years with the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services.

RIP Jan Crockett Smith May you forever enjoy the beauty of the lakes and rivers in your kayak and the fun times had hiking the many trails. Thank you for being my friend.

Happy Heavenly Birthday Jan! I miss our kayaking time. I am happy your are pain free and I think of you often.

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From Donna Edmondson on January 20th, 2015

Jan was a very fun-loving, genuine, humble person. I'm so very thankful for the opportunity to reconnect and all the fun times we all had at the mini 50th reunion planning meetings. She was so looking forward to the big reunion, and will be there in spirit. Rest in Peace our Dear Jan. Until we meet again!

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During his life he held a variety of jobs locally and also attended Oklahoma University Art School. Roger was an assistant to Charles Banks Wilson for several years but, primarily, he was an artist in his own right having received the notable title of Master Artist by jury award. His paintings have been displayed in galleries Los Angeles, California, Las Vegas, Nevada,… New York City and Paris, France. In 1996 he was awarded the prize by the Musee de la Commanderie d’Unet, Paris, France for his painting, “Images“.

Roger was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill and Charles Todd. He is survived by one brother, John of Commerce, OK.

Roger also leaves behind his extended family of Jack (deceased) and Pauline Sanders, Lois Lively and Judy and Jim Slosser of Miami, OK and Paula Chandler of Houston, TX.
At his request no services will be held. Services have been placed in the care of Paul Thomas Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Miami, OK Read More »

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Woodrow Wilson Brewster, Jr., 66 of Miami, Oklahoma went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Integris Baptist Regional Health Center in Miami, Ok.
Mr Brewster was born June 29, 1947 to Woodrow Sr. and Audrey Maxine (Shamblin) Brewster.
He married Connie Hunter in 1968 at the Church of Christ in Miami, OK.
Mr. Brewster loved hunting and fishing. He was a master craftsman of all trades and built storage buildings, apartment buildings and custom homes.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Mr. Brewster is survived by his wife of 45 years, Connie of the home, two sons; Wayne Brewster and Kevin Brewster and his wife Brandi Lee both of San Antonio, TX, one brother, Herschel Brewster and his wife Carol of Weatherford, OK, one sister, Diane Blades and her husband David of Miami, OK., and seven grandchildren.

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Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 17, 2014 at the Carter-Smart Funeral Home Chapel, interment will be at the Duncan Cemetery, arrangements are under the direction of Carter-Smart Funeral Home.
Family visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at the funeral 7 home.

Gary was born November 23, 1946 in Miami, Oklahoma to William & Mary Ann (Harp) Housman, Gary graduated with a B.S. Degree in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma, he was a Senior Analyst with Express Currier International in Hillsboro, Texas where he and Gwen had lived for the past 13 years, Gary married Gwendolyn "Gwen" Whetstone June 5, 1970 in Duncan, Oklahoma. Gary had a great sense of humor and a wonderful way of making people laugh. He loved animals of all Kinds especially his two cats, Moxie and Pretty Boy. Being in the water was one of his passions and some of his best times were spent on his boat at Joe Pool Lake. He was an avid Sooner fan and NASCAR enthusiast. He was a ham radio operator (KK4NV) for over 35 years and enjoyed talking to people all over the world. Gary was a good, kind, and generous man. He was loved and respected by all who knew him.

Survivors include his wife; Gwen of home, brother & sister-in-laws; Robert & Susan Whetstone, Beverly Mitchell and Phillip & Diann Jones, also by several nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews.

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Billy Ed Garvin, 66, of Broken Arrow, died on Wednesday, February 19, 2014.
Billy was born in Miami, Oklahoma on June 11, 1947, the sone of Benjamin and Josephine Garvin. He attended school in Miami and NSU in Tahlequah, OK.
Billy was self employed for the majority of his life as a rancher and in the oil and gas industry.
He enjoyed having the most perfect lawn anywhere and winning the award for the best Christmas decorations every year.
To meet Billy was to love him instantly, for he never met a stranger.
Billy is survived by his wife, Donna Ballew Van Horn Garvin, Aunt Anne Frix, of Muskogee OK., Brother, Don Garvin of Miami, David and Kim Ballew of Broken Arrow, Rusty and Cathy Knowles, of Fort Gibson, OK, and Jamie and Dawn Ballew of Keys, OK and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins and ectended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.

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OK; my man.
Just returned from a week-end in Tulsa with the Mudville crew. We are all saddened by you early departure; but the upside, you pulled us all together for a great party.

Jennifer (3-Freckles) says Hi; and she misses you and always loved you.
Remember those good days when you & Mary; plus, Janice & I, were together in Miami. All the kids loved our camping trips to Sycamore Creek.
Channel 12 in Joplin has cancelled TEEN HOP; because they said...there'd never be anybody like you & Jesse Hailey again. So; saddle-up my friend and ride off into the sunset.
Oh; I ran into the Bill Davis Group in Tulsa recently; and he asked how the GEORGE STRAIT BAND was doing. Love you Bro. God Bless. RIP......Jody Mayer (MHS '63).

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Janice Kay Sprinkle passed into the loving arms of the Lord on November 18, 2013 after a two year battle with cancer. She was born November 29, 1946 to Earnest and Marie Hannebohn. She grew up in Miami, Oklahoma, and lived there most of her life.

She enjoyed scrapbooking, ceramics and papercraft. She was a big Disney fan and enjoyed many Disney World vacations with her family.

She was preceded in passing by her parents and two brothers, Gary and James Hannebohn.

She is survived by two brothers, Frank and David Hannebohn, her two sons, John and Orbin Ayres and five grandchildren: Dallas, Katy, Brendan, Cassie and Tori.

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~~Virginia Dian Kirk, a longtime resident of Miami passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Thursday, February, 14, 2013, she was sixty-five. Dian was born on July 15, 1947 in Miami, Oklahoma to Louis Matthew and Ina Virginia (Page) Kirk. She worked as a loan officer and Executive Secretary at some of the local banks in Miami. She enjoyed painting Landscapes and Portraits and video games on the computer. Ms. Kirk is preceded in death by her parents, four brothers Larry Jeffries, Don Kirk, Denzil Kirk and James Kirk.

Survivors include her daughters Kathy Holcomb and her husband Mike of Sperry, Oklahoma and Lori Rainey of Tulsa, a brother Louis Dean Kirk of Annadale, Virginia, two sisters Doris Shelton of Grove, Rae Conner of Miami, along with three grandchildren Cody, Casey and Cheyenne Holcomb.

Visitation for Ms. Kirk will be on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the Brown-Winters Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Miami from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM.

Graveside services will be on Monday, February 18, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Williams Coal Creek Cemetery in Miami under the direction of the Brown-Winters Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Miami.

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Bob Ballenger, age 64, Tomball Texas passed away May 1, 2012. He was born June 30, 1947 to Robert and Lucille Ballenger. He was raised in Miami Okla, graduated from Miami High School in 1965.

He is survived by his high school sweetheart, Sharon (Thomas) Ballenger of 46 years. One son, Steve and wife Billie; one daughter, Stephanie and husband Jeff. His mother, Lucille Ballenger. Grandchidren, Lindsay and husband Cecar; Korbin and Cidnee.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Ballenger.

Bob started his career as a draftsman in Abiline and Wichita Kansas before coming back to Miami, becoming the Director of Public Works for the City of Miami. Then moved to Texas to work for HD Supply, Houston, TX.

Bob had many interest, including, bass fishing, hunting, golf and oil painting. His real passion was being on teams, in the Texas area, BBQ'ing.

He also volunteered, feeding the public works personnel while they restored utilites to the areas impacted by hurricanes.

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Thomas Lee Elliott, a loving son, brother, husband, father and friend, passed away on October 4, 2010, after a long battle with heart disease. Tom upheld a positive attitude and a good sense of humor to the end.

Tom was born on May 13, 1947, in Miami, Oklahoma, to Harold and Sue Elliott, who both preceded him in death. He was a 1965 Miami High School graduate and continued his education at Oklahoma State University, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree. He married Erna June Henley in 1969. He worked in sales, restaurant management and at Seagate.

He was a co-owner of Elliott's Oyster Bar in Norman. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, sports cars, OSU football and lending a helping hand to friends.

Tom is survived by his son, Sean, of OKC; brothers: Mike Elliott and wife Carolyn of Miami, David Elliott and wife Daphney of Frisco, TX; sister, Susan Gladhill and husband Vernon of Norman; brother-in-law, Robert Henley; sisters-in-law: Sandy Tiger-Wilson and husband Mike, Anita Chambless and husband J.J., all of OKC; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Memorial services are 11 a.m., October 16, 2010, at Linwood United Methodist Church, where he was a longtime member and former Sunday School teacher. Memorial contributions may be made to: Linwood United Methodist Church, 3034 NW 17, OKC 73107; or the Oklahoma Heart Association .

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Mike D. Reynolds, age 62, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma died April 13, 2010. He was born August 17, 1947, in Cushing, Oklahoma to Fred and Geneva Reynolds. Mike was the youngest of four children and spent his childhood in Miami, Oklahoma, where he met the love of his life. He married his eighth grade sweetheart Sharon Landers on July 7, 1967. After a brief time in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, they moved to Broken Arrow to raise their two daughters, Stephanie and Kylee. While raising their daughters, he worked at Wheatley Pump and Valve as the Vice President of Human Resources. Being a successful businessman, his career led him to Indianapolis, IN for five years working at Peerless Pump where he soon retired and returned to Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Retirement brought great adventures for Mike. Continuing to live life to the fullest, Mike and Sharon spent summers boating on Grand Lake. He was an avid fisherman and golfing enthusiast. He joined a "fraternity" of golfing buddies and The Elks Lodge that fulfilled his retirement. His grandkids, Harlee, Jaxon, Hank and Jaycee rocked his world. He was better known to them and to most as "Big Daddy." Mike was preceded in death by his father, Fred Reynolds and in-laws, Marion Owen Landers and Bert Landers. Survivors include his loving wife of forty-two years, Sharon; two daughters, Stephanie Hadrava and husband Jason of Tulsa, Kylee Stych and husband Jeff of Tulsa; four grandchildren, Harlee and Hank Hadrava and Jaxon and Jaycee Stych. Mike is also survived by his mother, Geneva Reynolds of Miami, OK; sisters, Shirley Tiger and Vonda Wakefield and brother, Bill Reynolds.

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Linda Maples, age 62, of Grove, Okla. died Wednesday March 10, 2010 at the Integris General Hospital.

The daughter of Phillip and Ethel Stoner Miller, she was born on June 21, 1947 in Miami, Okla. Linda married Johnnie Leonard maples on July 18, 1985. She graduated from Miami High School in 1965 and Attended Beauty College. Linda played piano and sang gospel songs for many friends at family funeral funerals.

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James Clay Finnell, age 62, of Vinita, died Friday, November 27, 2009. Clay was born in Vinita on October 30, 1947, the son of Boyd G. and Dorothy (Hughes) Finnell. He served in the United States Army in Germany and in Vietnam. He enjoyed training thoroughbred horses and was a member of the HBPA. He also enjoyed shopping flea markets and fishing. He attended Cowboy Junction Church.

Survivors include his mother, Dorothy Hughes Finnell of Vinita, sons Boyd Sherman Finnell of Claremore, and Gulley Henderson Finnell of Vinita, sister Colleen Finnell of Salina, OK, two granddaughters Savannah Elizabeth Finnell and Falisyti Lynn Finnell. He was preceded in death by his daughter Rebbecca Elizabeth Finnell (2001), and his father, Boyd G. Finnell (1983).

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~~Larry A. Gower of Miami died Friday, March 7, 2008, at the Miami Nursing Center.
He was 61.
Mr. Gower was born Oct. 8, 1946, in Chicopee, Mo., to Herman Arthur and Ramona Carlene (Weaver) Gower. He graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in drama and an associate's degree in English.
He was active in the Miami Little Theatre for many years and had served as president.
He was a home and business painter.
Survivors include three brothers, Steve and Joe Gower of Miami and Terry Gower of Welch.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Mike Gower, and two sisters, Brenda Karnes and Debbie Gower.
Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Sixkiller Cemetery in Afton.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at Thomas Funeral Home in Welch.

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Funeral services for Michael Eugene "Mike" Stephens, 58, of Chickasha, will be held Saturday, August 12, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. in the First Baptist Church. Michael Eugene ('Mike') Stephens passed away on August 8, 2006 in Oklahoma City. The younger child of Marvin and Margaret Stephens, Mike was born on October 10, 1947 in Weslaco, Texas.

In 1950, his family moved to Miami, Oklahoma, where Mike graduated from Miami High School.

He attended Northeastern Oklahoma A & M College and later graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1970. Mike married Shirley Jean Holman on August 30, 1969. Upon graduation, Mike and Shirley began rewarding careers teaching agricultural education and serving as FFA advisors. He taught from 1970 to 1985 at Guthrie High School, and subsequently taught from 1985 until 2006 at Chickasha High School. During his 36 years in public education, Mike instructed hundreds of high-school students and was blessed to develop wonderful friendships with many FFA students and families. Mike was recognized several times with teaching awards at the state and national level, and he was twice voted Chickasha High School's "Teacher of the Year."

Aside from teaching, Mike also raised Shorthorn cattle and was active in the Oklahoma Shorthorn Association. He previously served as a director of the College of Agricultural and Natural Resources at OSU. Mike was also a man of deep faith and a member of New Life Christian Church in Chickasha. Mike was a gentleman who always possessed the finest sense of personal decency and integrity. He was a loved son and faithful husband and father. Mike and Shirley shared the closest of bonds, as they raised two sons and taught in adjoining high school classrooms for 26 years. Mike was a role model for his children and many FFA students. He never sought the spotlight or personal or professional awards, but his leadership and mentoring allowed hundreds of youth to achieve state and national success in FFA and livestock activities.

He is preceded in death by his father Marvin Stephens. He is survived by his wife Shirley Stephens of Chickasha; his mother Margaret Stephens of Chickasha; his two sons and daughters-in-law: Chris and Amy Stephens of Oklahoma City, and Shane and Katie Stephens of Phoenix, Arizona; and his brother and sister-in-law, Butch and Vicki Stephens of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to the Oklahoma FFA Foundation, Mike Stephens Trust, 1500 West Seventh Avenue, Stillwater, OK 74074. Interment will be in the Fairlawn Cemetery in Chickasha under the direction of Ferguson Funeral Home.

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Mike D. Holt of Longmont died Friday, July 14, 2006, at his home. He was 57.

Mr. Holt was born Dec. 31, 1948, in Kalamazoo, Mich., to Arthur and Maxine (Barret) Holt.

He served in the U.S. Army from June 4, 1968, to April 13, 1970. He was honorably discharged following one tour of duty in Vietnam.Mr. Holt moved to Colorado in 1978 and lived in Longmont the last 16 years. He was a machinist and worked for various shops in the area.Mr. Holt enjoyed fishing and Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by five daughters, Yolonda Tompkins of Edwardsburg, Mich., Yvette Linbeck of Niles, Mich., Yvonne Mead, Yichelle Holt and Yilaina Holt, all of Longmont; a brother, Patrick Holt of Michigan; a sister, Gail Galbreath and her husband Mike of Michigan; and six grandchildren, Melissa Tompkins, Daniel Tompkins, Gage Hope, Morgan Hope, Jessica Mead and Cody Mead.

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Jo Ann Burggraf, 58, passed away Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005 at St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, after a brief illness. She was born April 15, 1947 to Joseph and Billie Cavin in Vinita. ...

She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Burggraf, a son Jerry Burggraf, and her parents Joseph and Billie Cavin.

Her greatest loves were her family: daughter, Kristi Bacon and husband David, of Sapulpa; two sons Brad Burggraf and wife Donielle of Kansas City, Mo., and Bryan Burggraf, of Sapulpa; two brothers Randy Cavin and wife Emilie, of Catoosa, and Jerry Cavin, of Miami, and six grandchildren.

Jo Ann was a member of Mounds Christian Church, in Mounds.

During her life Jo Ann was a mother to her children; she also took active roles in the family businesses Burggraf Tire and Burggraf Restoration. She will be missed deeply by her family, friends and employees. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005 at the Mounds Christian Church in Mounds.

Inbterment will follow at McLaughlin Cemetery in Cleora. Funeral services will be under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.

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David Ables was born March 25, 1947 and passed away on April 16, 2005.

He is survived by his wife, Jerrilyn Howell, Son, Damon Ables; Daughters, Selena and Megan Ables; Step-Children, Jamie and Sarah Arnett, Laurie Campos and family, Charles Greewold and family; Mother, Hildred Ables; Brother, Jon Ables; many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joe W Ables and Brother, Tom Ables.
Memorial Service will be held at 2PM Friday April 22nd at St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Houston, Texas.

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Andrea King Juricic "Andy", age 56, passed away March 3, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born June 11, 1947 in Houston, Texas, daughter of Rupert and Imogene Anderson King. Married David C. Juricic, June 20, 1970 in Deerfield, Illinois. She and her husband both served in the U.S. Coast Guard where she was the first female cook in the Coast Guard. She enjoyed teaching handicapped children, showing horses, doing genealogy and talking care of her husband and son. Her bright spirit will be missed by all. Survived by husband, David; son, Richard; brother, Richard Anderson.

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From Letty Watt on February 11th, 2015

Dear Andrea, It's been more than 50 years since we laughed and shared stories together through our few years in Girl Scouts in Miami, Ok. You shared your delightful smile with us and so many great ideas. I know you must be missed by your family.

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Joseph A. "Alan" Campbell, 55, of Bella Vista died March 29, 2003, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rogers. He was born July 11, 1947 in Columbus KS, to John and Edith May Jones Campbell. He graduated from Miami High School, in Miami Oklahoma in 1965. He also attended Northeast Oklahoma State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He served in the Navy for 24 years and retired in 1992 as a cheif petty officer. He served in the Vietnam War and the Gulf War.

He was a well known silversmith and goldsmith.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Judi Bishop Campbell.

Survivors include his wife, Deby Butler Campbell of the home; one son, Jared Campbell of the home; two stepsons, Greg Cox of Miami and Jim Sherard of Fairland; one brother Olen Campbell of Locust Grove, Okla; one sister, Joan Shoemaker; four grandchilden.

Services will be at 1 PM Tuesday at the Benton County Funeral Home in Bentonville.

Burial will be in the Bentonville Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by Bella Vista VFW Post 9063.

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BLACK-- Marolyn L. (Wimer), 54, passed away July 27, 2002. She was born August 20, 1947 in Miami, OK and was graduated from Miami High School. She was a graduate of Oklahoma City University where she also received her Master's of Education. She began her career as an Educator as a Teacher of Biology at Putnam City Schools. She spent much of her life as a Medical Educator and Church Administrator.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jack R. Wimer. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Jennifer and Rebecca Black of Oklahoma City and Edmond. She is also survived by: her mother, Barbara Wimer of Miami, OK; her twin sister, Carolyn Taylor of Tulsa; a brother, Jack Wimer of Overland Park, KS; and several nieces and nephews.

She served God as the Program Coordinator, Chair of the Administrative Board and many other positions at the Village United Methodist Church and served mankind by working at the Oklahoma Blood Institute, the Oklahoma Red Cross and the Oklahoma Organ Sharing Network. She was known throughout Oklahoma as a caring and compassionate advocate for the life giving benefits of blood donation and organ sharing. She served as the Vice-Chairperson for the Oklahoma Donor Coalition. She was also known as a loyal friend with a penchant for wry humor. She maintained a collection of eclectic obituaries and was fond of sending them to her network of friends via email.

Private graveside service will be followed by a Memorial service to celebrate her many contributions to life Friday at 1 p.m. at the Village United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Marolyn Black Scholarship Fund, c/o the Planned Giving Committee at Village United Methodist Church. Marolyn was an extremely caring person who will be missed greatly by her family and friends.

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Judith Ann Wallis, Columbus, KS., died June 3, 2001, at her home after a sudden illness, she was 54.
Mrs Wallis was born Nov. 19, 1946, at Galex, VA. to Ralph Edward and Linda Mandanian Hayes. She moved to Miami with her parents as a young child, attending Miami Schools, graduating with the class of 1965. She attended Labette County (KS) Community College through a program offered by Ace Electric of Columbus.
She worked for Ace Electric for 18 years as a machinist.
She married Phillip Wallis on June 26, 1965 in Columbus. He survives of the home.
Additional survivors include two sons, Ralph Edward "Bud" Wallis, Carl Junction MO. and Gary Dale Wallis , Branson, MO., a daughter, Lisa Michele North, Columbus; a sister, Janie Chapman, Miami; a half-brother, John Hayes, Dallas, TX; a half-sister, JoAnna Miller, Berryville AR; and nine grandchildren.

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Arnold E "Abe" Abell, Miami died at 6:57 pm Saturday Dec 30, 2000, at St John's, Joplin, MO., after a short illness. He was 53.

Mr Abell was born March 29, 1947, at Parson, Kansas., to Gerald and Ethel (McKinney) Abell. He lived most of his life in the Miami area, attened Miami Schools and graduated from Miami High School in the class of 1965.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict.

He was a truck driver for Bingham Sand and Gravel Co., Treece KS. He was a member of the BPOE Lodge #1320 of Miami and a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church .

He married Erika "Wally" Berier on June 27, 1969, Steimheim Germany. She survives of the home.

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Jeanette W Pryor, Centervile Ohio, and a former Miami resident died at her home, at 10:17 am., Friday June 25, 1999, after a short illness. She was 52.

Mrs. Pryor was born Jan. 23, 1947 to Alvin and Vivian (Brumer) Wallace, at Tulsa, and grew up in Miami. She graduated from Miami High School in 1965, and graduated from the Draughon Bussiness School in 1967. She had moved from Austin TX, where she lived for 25 years, and then to Dayton Ohio, 1 years ago. She was the co-founder of the Center for Judaic-Christian Studies in Dayton.

She married Dwight A Pryor on Aug 14, 1966 at Miami. He survives of the home.

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Bill passed from this life May 23, 1995 in Galveston, Texas in his 48th year.

Born Dec. 10th, 1946 in Miami, OK. Mr Smith had been a resident of Santa Fe for 10 years, previously of Wichita, KS. He had been employed by Koch Engineering for 25 yrs, holding the position of Manager of Field Services.

He had served in the U.S. Army, was a member of Duck's Unlimited of Galveston and Wichita. Also a member of NRA.

He is servived by his wife, Janice. Daughters, Sheri and Greg Krehbill, Tammy and Michael Martin, Susan Smiley, Darren Wright and Shane Wright.

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William Rex Oliver, Norman, died at his home Wed. Aug 17, 1994. He was 47.

Mr. Oliver was born Jan 27, 1947, the son of William Robert and Golda Kedwell Oliver at Miami. He grew up in Miami and was a 1965 graduate of Miami High School. He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church of Miami. Mr Oliver moved to Norman from Miami in 1991.

He served in Vietnam with the U S Marines. He worked at the BFGoodrich plant in Miami. He was employed as a truck driver until he retired due to ill health.

Survivors include his mother, Golda Oliver, Norman; a son, Tony Oliver of Fort Hood, TX; two daughters, Lori Brunts and Amy Oliver both of Kansas City, KS; two sisters, Lynne Beth Tabatabae and Ruth May Henderson, both of Norman, and three granddaughters.

Graveside services were at 2PM Tuesday Aug 22, at the IOOF Cemetery i Norman. His uncle, Rev Albert Kidwell officiated.

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I went to Charlene's funeral only to find that there was no room left in the chapel for friends to be seated or to stand. Many had to stand outside because all available space had been taken.
What a fitting tribute to a wonderful woman. Charlene was unassuming and rather quiet but never afraid to be in the middle of people and be actively involved with them. She was the epidome of a nice person. You hear people described as sweet, and I guess that can mean anything, but Charlene was sweet in her sprit toward others. She was kind, thoughtful and considerate.
She not only did a good job at work, but she was dedicated to her family and her faith. All of the quiet strength and positive outlook was available to her when she became ill. I would ask how she was progressing and she was always determined and hopful.
I thank God I have met and known for a brief time, Charlene. People like her became my instiration and hope. She encouraged us to make the same effort and accept the challenges of life with love, courage and faith.

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From Becky Angel Allen on April 15th, 2015

Charlene was my cousin and she was 6 years older than me. She was the sweetest
woman and never had an unkind word for anyone. She loved her family and would do anything for anyone. The Lord must have needed her because he took her too soon and she has been immensely missed by everyone that I know. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. I can't remember ever seeing her without a smile on her face. She was ready to meet the Lord when she passed away. She had no reason not to. I loved her and will always miss her. I'm thankful that I had the opportunity to be part of her family and will always think of her and miss her.

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Ann Elizabeth Shearer, 230 B SW, died Tuesday evening at her home following a brief illness. She was 42.

Born June 4, 1947, at Bartlesville, Miss Shearer moved to Miami from Okmulgee in 1949. A 1965 graduate of Miami High School and a 1967 graduate of NEO, Miss Shearer had worked as an accountant. She attended the First Christian Church, Miami and was a member of the Tri-State Arts and Crafts Club.

Survivors include her parents, Mr and Mrs Ted Shearer III of the home, one brother, Ted M. Shearer IV.

Graveside services will be Friday at 2PM at the GAR Cemetery. Minister Leon Weece will officiate.

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C Ann was born Sept 1, 1947 in Miami, Oklahoma and graduated from Miami High School in 1965. She attended the University of Kansas and graduatd with honors, receiving a Bachelor of Music Degree in Voice.

C Ann was married in 1968 and moved to the San Fernando Valley in 1969. She sang for two seasons with Rogers Wagner Master Chorale, giving frequent performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

C Ann and her family have been residents of Kern Valley since 1979, during which time she participated in many organizations. She was an active member of the Highland Chapel Unitd Methodist Church, and co-directed the 1983 Youth Group production of "Jesus Christ Superstar". She directed the church choir and also community choir.

C Ann presented several voice recitals in the area and was a member of the Sweet Adelines.

In 1984 she created poetry and abstact art work which was complied and published by the California-Nevada Conference of the United Methodist Church for the World Hunger Project. An exhibit of her art works was on display at the Maturango Museum in Ridgecrest in April 1984.

She is survied by her husband, Stan; two sons, Jimmy and Rusty; her parernts, Mr and Mrs Kenneth Richards of Miami, Oklahoma and her brother Dr. Kenneth Richards Jr and family of Strasbourg, France.

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From Barbara Ommerle on July 8th, 2015

I am so sad to read that Celia is no longer in this world. She and I were fellow music students at University of Kansas. Celia Ann had an unusually beautiful voice, and its super-attractive tone, along with her musicality, made her an absolutely wonderful singer whose performances were unforgettably fine. It grieves me that I never saw her again after she and Stan moved to California. The memory of her delightful personality and talent will live on in those who loved her.

From Letty Watt on February 11th, 2015

My friend C Annie, how I've missed you all these years. You were suppose to sing at my wedding in 1968, but instead you married that same summer. We shared so many unruly adventures in grade school and Jr. High. I remember our picnics at Tar Creek. It was our own special Terabithia, and the water was even clear back then. I remember one day at NEO behind the Administration building, when you jumped in the little car that my dad built and drove off down that hill crashing into curbs and trees. I was in trouble for ages after that, but it was all for fun. I remember spending the night with you a few times in grade school when your parents had created that special room with fresh air for you, to help you breath and to keep your lungs as healthy as possible. One of the reasons your dad taught you to sing opera was to help your lungs develope, but I think there was just a whole lot of talent within you.

After you died your mother shared your poetry and art work with me. I was most impressed with your depth of thought and creativity. Guess we really didn't apply ourselves in school, but we certainly had fun together and created mischief at NEO, as little girls can.

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George W. Cooper, born, January 23, 1947 in Seminole, Oklahoma. George had been a resident of Miami since shortly after his birth. Mr. Cooper was killed in a one car accident on US 69, 3 miles north of Grove.
He served in Vietnam with the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Miami. He was also a member of the LDS Church in Miami. He was employed by B.F. Goodrich.
George Cooper is survived by his wife Linda of the home; two daughters, Lori and Carrie of Commerce; two step-daughters, Melissa Stehman and Katie Stehman, both of Miami. His mother, Mrs. Hazel VanSickle of Miami and a brother, Pete Cooper of Miami.
Burial will be at Miami's GAR Cemetary under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Mickey Grant, Robert Cooper, Elmer Enyart, Tom Curnett, Randy Stone and Vernon Allen.

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Michael Lynn Rundell, 29, of Springfield, Missouri, died at the Cox Medical Center, following a short illness.

Born March 26, 1946, in Wichita, KS., he lived in Miami most of his life before moving to Springfield. He was a member of the Northwest Baptist Church, Miami and was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

A 1965 Miami High School graduate, he was employed by Zenith Television Co.

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Sgt. Darrel Gene Wooldridge, 22, who was returning to Ft. Riley, Kansas, after a weekend visit with his partents, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Wooldridge, 1920 H NW, was killed Monday morning in a car-truck accident five miles south of Ottawa KS., on U.S. 59.
He had served in the Army three years, returning to the U.S. in March after two years in Germany. His discharge from the service had been scheduled for April 30.
Sgt. Wooldridge, born Oct 25, 1946 at Commerce, had resided in Miami most of his life. He was a 1965 graduate of Miami High School and attended NEO one semester before entering the Army, In high school he belonged to the Future Farmers of America.
Surviving in addition to his parents are a brother, Ronald Wooldridge, with the Army in Hawaii, and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs A.M. Wooldridge of Miami and Mr. and Mrs Arthur Kyser of Savonburg, KS.

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Nancy Owens Kirwan, 60, of Atlanta died in an automobile accident of Sept. 26. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Kirwan and their son, Patrick.
Dr. Kirwan was a clinical psychologist having received her Doctorate of Psychology for the University of Miami. For the past six years she severed as Executive Director of the Samaritan Counseling Center of Atlanta.
Nancy was also a skilled potter whose mostly whimisical works were signed "Lillie Mae". Many hang on the walls where the Women's Cancer Support Group meet.